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The Style GuideSat, 01 Aug 2015 14:00:50 +0000en-UShourly1Why Your Yard Needs an Adirondack Chair (or Four)http://www.ruelala.com/blog/2015/04/09/adirondack-chair-design-ideas/
http://www.ruelala.com/blog/2015/04/09/adirondack-chair-design-ideas/#commentsThu, 09 Apr 2015 19:00:19 +0000http://www.ruelala.com/blog/?p=86560Let’s go back for a second. Or over a hundred years back, actually, to 1903, when Thomas Lee was vacationing in the Adirondacks of Westport, New York. Thomas needed chairs for his summer home, so he chose to design some himself with 11 boards of wood. After countless comfort and durability tests (with family members rating his efforts) the Adirondack chair was born.

Today, this style of chair has reached icon status. A timeless classic, it fits in everywhere from suburban lawns to oceanside hilltops. Here are three ways to seamlessly incorporate this seat into your space.

1. On the porch (bonus points if it’s a wraparound), angle a couple of the chairs either facing the most captivating view or toward each other to facilitate conversation. Then place a Ming garden stool in between. It will serve as a table for you to prop cool drinks or that best seller you’re reading.

2. Have a fire pit? Perfect. Arrange four chairs around it – try a dark brown stain or classic weathered wood for a traditional, mountain feel – and stock up on marshmallows, graham crackers, and chocolate. You’re going to be making A LOT of s’mores out there.

3. If you’re looking to go Adirondack year-round, add a couple seats to your sunroom or screened-in porch. Choose a painted version in a clean white, cream, grey, or black for a polished look. Then furnish with a folksy pillow and a super-soft throw.

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]]>http://www.ruelala.com/blog/2015/04/09/adirondack-chair-design-ideas/feed/06 Outdoor Essentials to Get Ready for the Thawhttp://www.ruelala.com/blog/2015/03/17/outdoor-furniture-essentials/
http://www.ruelala.com/blog/2015/03/17/outdoor-furniture-essentials/#commentsTue, 17 Mar 2015 17:00:08 +0000http://www.ruelala.com/blog/?p=85610It’s been a long, cold, snowy winter. But we’re fast approaching the light at the end of the tunnel. Clocks have sprung forward, and on March 20, the calendar marks the official start of spring. Which means entertaining friends on the patio and curling up out there with a good book is within reach. Here’s how to make that outdoor space an extension of your indoor style.

1. Cheery Lanterns
These coated metal pieces add character to your space by bringing a bright, fresh infusion of color and soft light by night. Display them as centerpieces on a table, hang them from branches, or group them with potted plants.

2. Butler’s TrayMeet another multitasking piece. Place potted herbs on top of the tray and position it to catch the sunlight. And when you’re entertaining? Use it to mix and serve cocktails or to artfully lay out utensils and napkins for alfresco buffet dining.

3. Adirondack ChairsAn ash finish gives this classic outdoor chair a look that’s simultaneously modern yet vintage. Arrange the seating as you would in a living room to create a setting that is comfy and facilitates conversation. Toss on pillows as a final touch.

4. Wood Planters
With a classic shape that works in any exterior space, square planters add a bit of structure to your yard or patio. Put small shrubs on display or plant a colorful mix of annuals and perennials to make fresh florals a fixture.

5. Ming Garden Stool
Talk about versatile. These barrel-shaped ceramic stools have become design go-tos as tables, footrests, or seating. A silver glaze finish is a sleek complement to weathered woods and painted greys.

6. Outdoor RugPick a waterproof style to instantly get that “outdoor living room” feel. It’s the fastest way to unify your space and inject some happy hues. Just sweep or shake it off regularly to keep dirt from settling into the fibers. And for spills, spot clean with soap and water.

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]]>http://www.ruelala.com/blog/2015/03/17/outdoor-furniture-essentials/feed/0Take a Seat: All About the Adirondack Chairhttp://www.ruelala.com/blog/2014/01/17/adirondack-chair/
http://www.ruelala.com/blog/2014/01/17/adirondack-chair/#commentsFri, 17 Jan 2014 20:00:33 +0000http://www.ruelala.com/blog/?p=66011Admit it. When you picture the ideal summer day, this chair – plus a light beer, a book, and you in a swimsuit – is part of the scene. It was, after all, created in 1903 in the Adirondack Mountains, the epitome of summertime escapes. Since then, it’s become an American mainstay of alfresco R&R. Here? The story behind its staying power.

It’s known for its wide armrests, curved seat, and high back – i.e., all-around comfort for every body type.

Yellow cedar wood, which Adirondack chairs are often made from, is naturally resistant to moisture, decay, and insect damage.

When topped off with protective polyurethane paint, these chairs can withstand the harshest winter or summer weather.